Magic Industrial Age.

Chapters 569 & 567: High-Level Talent Recruitment Program (Please Subscribe)

In the world of Herka, legendary powerhouses are entitled to be addressed as 'Your Majesty,' a title of respect that symbolizes strength and status.

If you're not too particular, you can add the word 'saint' as well.

However, while some things may be possible, whether they can be accepted by the public is another matter entirely.

It's like giving yourself a powerful and imposing nickname, but if you brag about it, nobody will care; it's just a joke.

Only nicknames recognized by the public are true fame and have great value.

The 'canonization' by the Church of the Sun God, in the name of God, is the most valuable proof in the entire world of Herka, bar none.

This can be considered a reward from the church, the highest recognition of Loy's steadfast protection of the Herka world.

To be honest, at first, Luo Yi didn't think there was anything wrong with this identity.
However, the difference became apparent when negotiating business with political figures from various countries after the canonization ceremony.

These people all came with orders, more or less. Before, as buyers, they had the upper hand and would look down on others.

It's not that they have many choices, but their innate sense of nobility makes them seem somewhat aloof when doing business.

It felt like giving food to a beggar!

In the past, Luo Yi would basically endure whatever she could. Making money wasn't shameful!

But now?

Faced with a Saint-level expert, the arrogance of the nobles vanished completely. They even felt flattered by Luo Yi's calm tone.

With just this batch of orders, the flower shop owner was overwhelmed with deposits.

The newly opened Raymond Bank's vaults are so full that they can't even hold everything.

Left with no other choice, Loy ordered an even bigger one, and even included the lair of the ancient red dragon Virgil in the design.

For a true dragon, gold is not merely a precious metal and currency, but the most important resource for cultivation.

Furthermore, the beneficiary of the contract with Roy is not only Roy, but also the red dragon Virgil.

Even with the cycle of battle qi, the sacred techniques that Luo Yi had cultivated also manifested on him.

At Virgil's age and strength, he has reached the limit of the dragon race, and it is really not easy to go any further.

But this time, after breaking the limit, he also entered a period of rapid growth.

Of course, this is only one of the benefits of being canonized.

Just as Loy finished dealing with the trivial matters after his canonization, the mechanical monster Nehemiah von Braun came looking for him.

He didn't come alone; he brought along a mechanical legend who volunteered his services.

Lion Manor, inside the study.

The mechanical monster Nehemiah von Braun sat upright before Loy, maintaining a respectful demeanor despite his usual arrogance.

When Luo Yi saw him, she asked, "I heard you wanted to see me?"

Nehemiah nodded, his round-framed glasses making his eyes appear exaggeratedly large.

He said, "I wonder if Your Majesty would be willing to recruit a legend?"

Luo Yi raised an eyebrow and asked, "Who is it?"

"My mentor, the legendary mage Venus Carter, do you know him?"

"of course I know!"

Luo Yi's expression became even more peculiar: "Is that the one known as 'Mechanical Judgment, Human Cannon'?!"
The last time I heard his name was on the battlefield of Verdun, when he and His Majesty Hayes joined forces to make even the Balrog King retreat!

"But isn't he doing just fine in the Empire?"

The mechanical monster Nehemiah said with a wry smile, "I can't stand it anymore!"

"why?"

"The empire has fought many wars in recent years, winning one victory after another, but the costs have been enormous, resources are scarce, and internal strife is extremely serious."

Luo Yi shook her head: "If it stops here, I'm afraid it won't affect legendary powerhouses, right?"

Moreover, your mentor, the most authentic mechanical legend, a pillar of the empire, the royal family would never mistreat him!

The mechanical monster Nehemiah's smile grew even more bitter. He paused for a moment before muttering, "I knew I couldn't fool the Count. Your understanding of the Empire is extremely profound. Some superficial rhetoric is full of loopholes in your words."

But, but, my advisor insisted I say it this way, and I had no choice!

Luo Yi narrowed her eyes slightly, a flash of inspiration striking her, and she suddenly asked, "Is it because of factional strife?"

The mechanical monster Nehemiah froze for a moment, then looked at Loy with disbelief in his eyes.

Just by looking at that expression, Luo Yi knew she had guessed correctly, and she understood perfectly.

If resources are insufficient, coordination can be achieved; at worst, production can be expanded.

The empire has the technology and the capability, but when it comes to factional strife, things are a different story.

Factional strife requires at least two parties, each representing the interests of a portion of mechanical mages and political groups, who engage in internal power struggles and infighting.

If political views differ, they can be reconciled. But if they escalate to the level of partisan strife, it becomes a life-or-death struggle.

Often, they won't stop until one faction is completely defeated.

In many cases, even if those in power at the top want to stop, they are often held hostage by interest groups and cannot stop, and the result will only be worse.

To be able to force a legendary mechanical mage to find a way out, Luo Yi could only imagine how intense this factional strife must have been!
However, what puzzled Roy was, where was Hohenzollern III?
Given his prestige and political acumen, he shouldn't have allowed the factional strife to escalate to an irreconcilable point.
Unless, he is no longer able to control them!

Disease, aging, or even poisoning or a curse?

These thoughts flashed through Luo Yi's mind, but whatever they were, if they were all true, the impact would be enormous.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty..."

Nehemiah, the mechanical monster, spoke, finally waking Loy. He was startled for a moment, then immediately said, "Sorry, I was thinking about something and got a little distracted!"

"It's nothing, Your Majesty. It's just that my mentor..."

"Of course, no problem. I'll pick him up myself whenever he arrives!"

"Okay! I'll send a message to my advisor right away..."

"can!"

The mechanical monster Nehemiah received confirmation and happily prepared to leave, but when he reached the door, he stopped and looked back, his face showing hesitation.

Upon seeing this, Luo Yi asked again, "Is there anything else?"

"That, that..."

The proud mechanical mage, at this moment, actually showed a bit of embarrassment, stammering.

Loy laughed and said, "Mr. Nehemiah, you are an honest person, what is there that you can't say?"
If you have any questions, feel free to ask. These days, there aren't many things I can't handle.

"No, no, it's not my advisor's fault, it's mine!"

The mechanical monster Nehemiah paused, as if gathering his courage, and said, "Well, Your Excellency, I know that our arrival has made you hesitant."

Many confidential projects don't dare let us participate.

But I want to make it clear here: I am an Imperial citizen, but I am currently paid by the Raymond family. If you need anything from me, please don't hesitate to ask!

"As a mechanical mage, I truly yearn for better projects and research topics. I also want to follow in the footsteps of Lord Hill Douglas and achieve something great under your guidance."

Luo Yi was taken aback, then laughed and said, "If you're willing, I have endless research topics for you to study."

"Then I'll wait."

"it is good!"

"I'm leaving now, I'm leaving now!"

This time, the mechanical monster Nehemiah was truly gone, and his departing figure seemed much lighter.

Luo Yi smiled unconsciously. In a sense, these mages were all otaku.

They may seem difficult to deal with, but actually they just don't know how. However, if you can win their trust, then you'll be completely open with them.

Loy originally thought that the legendary mage Venus Carter was an isolated case, but before he could catch his breath and check the situation in the Empire, His Majesty Saint Bartholomew came looking for him.

This person's purpose was almost the same as that of the mechanical genius Nehemiah von Braun: to recommend talent to Roy.

It was no longer the legendary mage Venus Carter, but some other mechanical mages, all of whom were his friends.

Undoubtedly, it was also because of factional strife that he could no longer survive in the empire and wanted to find a way out outside.

Previously, they might not have considered Flower Territory, after all, besides the top three powers and empires, there were also many kingdoms and duchies in the Old World.

They are also seeking to develop the magic energy industry; they could make a difference if they went there.

But now?

They were willing to come just because of Luo Yi's title of canon.

Without hesitation, Loy accepted as many as they came. Those who could interact with His Majesty Saint Bartholomew on equal footing were at least fourth-tier Calamities.

They all have real skills, so the more the merrier!
These two events led Luo Yi to discover a possibility.

Without saying a word, he summoned Hoover, Angle, Hill Douglas, and Lilia.

The goal was singular: to discover and recruit talent from the Habsburg Empire and the three leaders of the coalition.

In a turbulent and uncertain world, those seeking a stable place to conduct research can naturally come to the Flower Garden.

Previously, they worried about the instability of the Flower Territory, but now that Luo Yi has been "sanctified," her reputation is very prestigious, and her appeal has greatly increased.

Luo Yi also gave this plan a name: the "High-Level Talent Introduction Plan".

Commonly known as: poaching someone's employer!

(End of this chapter)